If you have senior parents or loved ones living at home, you may wonder how to make your home safe for aging seniors. There are simple things you can do, like having slip-resistant rugs, installing handrails, and making sure your home is well-lit. You can easily make your home safe so they can enjoy their retirement at home for as long as possible.
Parkways Place is located in Houston and welcomes Texas seniors who are ready to move into a senior living community. Our center includes spacious floorplans for our independent and assisted living residents that include wellness programs, medication management, and nutritious meals and snacks. If you are not ready to move, we can give you several tips for home safety for seniors that can improve their well-being and help them feel more independent.
To discuss our senior living options, call 281.305.1846 today to speak with our compassionate team.
Safe Home Modifications for Seniors
Making your home safe with home modifications for seniors is a smart decision to make if you are caring for your loved ones. Staying in their family home can make seniors feel more independent and free when compared to living in a senior community. Unfortunately, many family homes are not designed for seniors, and that can lead to accidents, falls, and hospital visits.
While you may think your home is safe, there are dangers around every corner. Fortunately, there are ways that you can prevent falls, accidents, and other injuries in your home. You can install:
Handrails and grab bars near toilets and in showers
- Install ramps at door entrances and single steps
- Install motion-sensing lights
- Replace doorknobs with levers
- Make sure hallways and walkways are free from clutter and other objects they can trip over.
Installing smart devices around the home is a great way to make your home feel safe. You can use them to control the thermostat, lighting, window blinds, door locks, and other smart devices.
Parkway Place can create a comprehensive program that gives you everything a senior needs to enjoy retirement. We have independent and assisted living programs where seniors can create a program filled with daily activities, nutritious meals and snacks, and more. If you are not quite ready to make the move to senior living, we have several senior home safety tips to keep seniors safe while living at home.
How to Make Your Home Safe for Aging Seniors
If you wish to keep your parents at home, there are a few things you can do to make your home more accommodating. Here are some tips on how to make your home safe for aging seniors:
- Lighting – Go through your home and make sure all of your lightbulbs are new and bright. Install plug-in nightlights in hallways and in their bedrooms, or you can install motion-sensing lighting in bathrooms and other key areas around the home.
- Flooring – You can reduce tripping hazards by removing any loose carpeting and rugs from your home. You can also install non-slip flooring in kitchens and bathrooms.
- Stairs – Install and secure handrails on either side of the stairs and ensure they are well-lit. There are also stair lifts you can install if they have trouble with the stairs.
- Bathrooms – Install grab bars and handrails next to toilets and install non-slip bath mats next to showers. You can also install a walk-in tub or shower to make it easier on senior adults.
- Doorways and entryways – Make sure doorways and entryways are free from clutter and debris to reduce tripping hazards. You can also install ramps to help with walkers, wheelchairs, and carts.
- Medications – Store all medications in a locked cabinet with clear labels. You should consider placing pills in a pill organizer.
Make sure hallways and walkways are open and well-lit. You can arrange your furniture so they have easy access to a favorite chair or couch.
Call Parkway Place Today to Discuss Our Senior Living Options
Parkway Place is a full-service senior living community that welcomes senior adults who want an enriching retirement. During a tour of our location, we can show you the many activities that our residents have access to. We’ll show you several floorplans and discuss your current medical needs to create a comprehensive program that will include everything you need, from medication management to nutritious meals, exercise programs, and more.
Come see what life is like in our senior community by filling out our online form or calling 281.305.1846 today to schedule a tour and consultation.